Hannah Wilson rubs Ernie “The Turtleman" Brown's tattoo for good luck during her send-off Friday. Wilson will represent Marion County in the 2013 Distinguished Young Woman of Kentucky program Jan. 11-12.

Hannah Wilson gets some support from The Turtleman, Ernie Brown Jr., during her send-off Friday, Jan. 4. Wilson will represent Marion County in the 2013 Distinguished Young Woman of Kentucky program Jan. 11-12.

Wilson, who is contestant No. 1, performed her talent during last night's relmiinary round and competed in the fitness and self-expression portions of the program this after. Wilson is among the 10 finalists who are competing in the finals, which started at 8 p.m.

She already has earned a $500 scholarship in a new portion of the program. During "My Town", each contestant filmed a short video about to let the audience know about their home community.